Which Suffix Means Hardening

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which suffix means hardening?

• A)-trophy
• B)-sclerosis
• C)-plasm
• D)-ptosis

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Definitions:

Shoreline Hazards

Natural or human-induced processes that pose a threat to coastal areas, including erosion, flooding, and pollution.

Offshore Islands

islands located away from the mainland, often surrounded by relatively deep water.

Storm Surge

A storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tides.

Hurricane Effects

The impacts caused by hurricanes, including high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surges, flooding, and coastal erosion.